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Port of Gdynia

PLGDY🇵🇱Poland

Port Location

About Port of Gdynia

Also known as: Gdynia Ferry Port, Gdynia Harbour

This Polish seaport on the western shore of Gdańsk Bay handles bulk cargo, containers, and general cargo. It accommodates a wide range of vessel types, including bulk carriers, container ships, and tankers. The port features mobile, fixed, and floating cranes for lifting operations.

Background
Port of Gdynia is a Polish seaport located on the western shore of Gdańsk Bay, Baltic Sea, in Gdynia. Founded in 1926, in 2008 it ranked second in intermodal containers on the Baltic Sea. The port adjoins Gdynia Naval Base, with which it shares waterways, but is administratively a separate entity.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
13m
Channel Depth
14ft
Elevation
-1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A
Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
28740 →
GeoNames ID
9847790 →
Wikidata
Q4352784 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.port.gdynia.pl →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PLGDY
Country
🇵🇱Poland
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
PL-22
Area
Baltic Sea
Latitude
54.5320°
Longitude
18.5264°

Terminals (2)

BALTIC CONTAINER TERMINAL GDYNIA (BCT)

BALTIC CONTAINER TERMINAL GDYNIA (BCT)

Eugeniusza Kwiatkowskiego 60, 81-127 Gdynia, Poland

www.bct.gdynia.pl →

GDYNIA CONTAINER TERMINAL (GCT)

GDYNIA CONTAINER TERMINAL S.A. / HUTCHISON PORTS GDYNIA

ul. Energetyków 5 81-184 Gdynia, Poland

www.gct.pl →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Gdynia?+
The controlling depth at Gdynia is 13 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Gdynia?+
The approach to Gdynia is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Rewa Lighthouse at 1.3 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Twierdza Wisłoujście (Wisłoujście Fortress) (10.6 NM SE), Jastarnia Range Rear (10.8 NM ENE), Wejherowo County Lighthouse (19.1 NM NNW), Elbląg Junction (33.9 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Gdynia?+
The Port of Gdynia is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Gdynia?+
You can track vessels near Gdynia (PLGDY) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for PLGDY on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Gdynia?+
The Port of Gdynia operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Gdynia?+
GDYNIA (UN/Locode: PLGDY), Poland is a seaport located at approximately 54.53205° N, 18.52640° E.
Where is the Port of Gdynia located?+
Coordinates: 54.53205° N, 18.52640° E. Nearby terminals/ports:NOWY PORT/GDANSK — UN/Locode: PLNOW — 54.40000° N, 18.67000° EGDANSK — UN/Locode: PLGDN — 54.37815° N, 18.67575° EWLADYSLAWOWO — UN/Locode: PLWLA — 54.79600° N, 18.41700° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Gdynia?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Large. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 14m - 15.2m; anchorage depth 9.4m - 10m; cargo pier depth 6.4m - 7.6m; oil terminal depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 10.08 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Gdynia?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Gdynia?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Gdynia?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Gdynia?+
Ship suppliers include Polskie Linie Oceaniczne SA.